Collection Highlights
Novi Belgii Novaque Angliae Nec Non Partis Virginiae Tabula
Date:
After 1655
Object Number:
LIB.NS4.M31.1.38
Medium:
Engraving, hand colored
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Jumping jack
Object Number:
INV.5287
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Wood, metal, papier-mache
Dimensions:
Overall: 9 1/8 x 4 1/8 x 6 in. ( 23.2 x 10.5 x 15.2 cm )
Description:
Wooden jumping jack mounted with wire between two posts on platform; jumping action triggered with wire mechanism; jumping jack's head made of papier-mache; painted in red, green, and white.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
